Thomas Jeffery White

With broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of our husband, dad, son-in law, brother, uncle and friend, Thomas Jeffery White.

Thom was pre-deceased by his Father Neil, Mother Joyce, Mother-in-Law Kathy and sister Carol. He leaves behind his loving wife Wendy, adoring daughters Sarah and Leah, Father-in-Law Larry, brother Eric (Sharon), sister Victoria, nephews Dustin (Jordan), Matthew, Christian (Shawna), Joshua, niece Tanya, great nieces and nephews Madeline, Nathan, Halle, Hanna, Westin, Gabriella, and many close friends that were more like family. 

Thom was born and raised in Oromocto, New Brunswick. After high school, Thom worked in the health care sector but in 1987, he moved out west. After taking Aquaculture at Capilano College on the Sunshine Coast he enjoyed working on fish farms and lived on a float home in Green Bay. Years later he went on to become a General Contractor. One day Thom went to an island for a job and never left. He fell in love with the Barrs and their island, and they became like family for more than 2 decades.

He had a special connection with his beloved nephews who all have memories of walking sticks they made together and adventures they had “in the bush” with Thom. 

Thom met his soulmate Wendy, in 2014 and a hunting trip to Nelson Island sealed the deal. Thom adopted their daughters Leah and Sarah shortly after and they lived life to the fullest as a loving family in Halfmoon Bay. His girls were his pride and joy, he would do anything to keep them safe and make them happy. He was so proud to help them build their Graduation Capstone Project, which will be dedicated to him. Our days would conclude standing around the kitchen island “spilling the tea” of the day.  Thom adored his in-laws Larry and Kathy, always stopping by to do a chore, a check in, or have a visit.  

Thom was artistic, kind, gentle and would drop everything to help if he could. He was a great friend and a true outdoorsman. Thom enjoyed time at our cabin in Egmont, fishing for ling cod, cutting firewood, sitting in front of the fire curled up with his Siberians Ulu and Inuk. He loved a good kitchen party, where friends would just show up for good food, drinks and laughs. He will be missed every day. 

There will be a “Kitchen Party” for Thom at 1:00pm on June 15th at Coopers Green Hall. Please wear your camouflage or plaid and help us celebrate this amazing man. 

Our family would like to thank the Lions Gate Hospital ICU and HAU doctors, nurses and staff for their exceptional care and emotional support.

In memory of Thom, please consider making a donation to your local blood bank.

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